On offer in Semester 2, 2018. This unit from the Faculty of Architecture is co-taught by an Archaeology academic and is part of the Archaeology major and minor: see Sydney Courses for details.

2018 undergraduate guide

Units of Study

ARCA2617 - Analysis of Archaeological Materials

Semester 1, 2012 | Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Kate da Costa

Description

An essential skill in archaeology is understanding the various analytical techniques used in artefact analyses. This unit examines a variety of archaeological materials to explore the relationship between the material properties of an object and its analytical potential. A combination of lectures and practical sessions provides a unique opportunity to examine techniques such as spectroscopy, electron microscopy and CT, and the ways in which they are used in archaeological analysis and interpretation.

Assessments

Classes

1x3-hr combined lecture/practical session/week

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